Software Upgrade Update: Android 17 Migration and Chipset Alternatives
New Android product projects need to align chipset selection with the available software roadmap and GMS application requirements.
According to chipset-vendor updates communicated to HommPro, Allwinner A133, Rockchip RK3562, Unisoc T310, Unisoc SC9863, and MediaTek Helio G36 do not have Android 17 support. These limitations come from the chipset vendors’ platform roadmaps.
For buyers developing new products, HommPro recommends reviewing replacement platforms early, before confirming specifications, samples, and quotations.
Android 16 GMS: New Projects and Repeat Orders
Under the current GMS application guidance communicated to HommPro, new projects can no longer submit fresh Android 16 GMS applications. Repeat orders for products with existing Android 16 GMS approval can continue using that approval within its applicable scope.
| Project Status | Android 16 GMS Position |
|---|---|
| New project requiring a new GMS application | New Android 16 GMS applications are no longer available |
| Repeat order for an already-approved Android 16 product | Existing approval can continue to be used within its applicable scope |
Buyers should confirm whether their order falls under an existing approved product or requires a new application. A change of chipset, motherboard, or software configuration should be reviewed before assuming that an existing approval can be reused.
Recommended Chipset Migration Routes
HommPro recommends the following platforms for replacement evaluation. These are product migration options, rather than drop-in chip replacements. The final Android version, software package, and device-level GMS approval must be confirmed for the selected configuration.
| Existing Platform | Recommended Replacement | Replacement CPU |
|---|---|---|
| Allwinner A133 | Allwinner A333 | 5 cores: 1 × Cortex-A73 + 4 × Cortex-A53; up to 1.8GHz |
| Allwinner A133 — higher-specification option | Allwinner A523 | 8 × Cortex-A55; up to 2.0GHz |
| Allwinner A133 — higher-specification option | Allwinner A537 | 8 cores: 2 × Cortex-A73 + 6 × Cortex-A53; up to 2.0GHz |
| Rockchip RK3562 | Rockchip RK3572 | 8 cores: 2 × Cortex-A73 + 6 × Cortex-A53; frequency pending official confirmation |
| Unisoc T310 / SC9863 | Unisoc T606 | 8 cores: 2*A75@1.6Ghz+6*A55@1.6GHz |
| MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Helio G80 | 8 cores: 2 × Cortex-A75 at up to 2.0GHz + 6 × Cortex-A55 at up to 1.8GHz |
Official Allwinner specifications confirm the CPU details above for A333, A523, and A537. Specifications can vary between chip submodels.
Rockchip confirms RK3572’s eight-core architecture, while MediaTek confirms G80’s CPU configuration and frequencies.
A333 and A537: Official Android 17 GMS Announcement
Allwinner’s official website lists a July 6, 2026 announcement that A333 and A537 passed Android 17 GMS certification. This provides a documented platform-level basis for evaluating these two options for Android 17 projects.
The finished product still needs its own applicable software validation and approval process. A523 remains a higher-specification hardware option for evaluation; its Android 17 status should be confirmed separately before selection.
Plan the Hardware and Software Transition Together
A chipset migration should include a review of the motherboard, memory, display, cameras, connectivity, power, and software. Buyers should also test their applications and accessories on the proposed sample before approving the new configuration.
For existing products, share the current model and approved software details. For new projects, provide the required Android version, GMS needs, target specifications, order quantity, and launch schedule.
Contact HommPro to review your current platform and plan the next product configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a new project apply for Android 16 GMS?
Under the current guidance communicated to HommPro, fresh Android 16 GMS applications are no longer available.
Can an Android 16 repeat order continue?
Yes. Products with existing Android 16 GMS approval can continue under that approval’s applicable scope.
Which platforms are recommended to replace A133?
A333 is the recommended replacement direction. A523 and A537 can be evaluated for higher-specification requirements.
Does changing the chipset automatically provide Android 17?
No. The selected platform’s software support, product configuration, and device-level approval must also be confirmed.